ALTON/GODFREY - 15 local agencies came together on Nov. 12 and 13, 2024, to shop at Target in Alton using Community Christmas funds, a program designed to support families in need during the holiday season. The initiative, funded by community-raised contributions, highlights the impact of collective efforts to provide essential items to those less fortunate. Liz Campbell, chair of Community Christmas, expressed her gratitude for the community’s involvement. She said: “Watching local agencies shop for items their organization truly needs — whether it is toys, personal hygiene products, clothing, or everyday essentials — was incredibly heartwarming.” She emphasized the importance of the program, stating that it serves as a reminder of the good that can come from hard work and fundraising efforts earlier in the year. The shopping event was facilitated by the collaboration of Target staff, agency representatives, and community volunteers, including
The Seventh Circuit Appeals Court was somewhat hesitant to bless the 18 months of pole camera surveillance in the Tuggle case back in 2021. The reluctance to state affirmatively this sort of surveillance will always be constitutional shows up in its most recent decision dealing with the same subject matter. Here’s the court expressing its […]
President-elect Trump has tapped anti-vaccine activist and environmental lawyer Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). HHS has a budget of nearly $2 trillion and administers federal health programs including Medicare, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. HHS and its subagencies are responsible for responding to diseases and [...]
ALTON - On November 15, 1924, the MacDowell Club hosted Tony Sarg’s Marionettes at the Spalding Auditorium. There were two performances: “The Pied Piper of Hamelin” in the afternoon and Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island” in the evening. The house was packed for both shows. Several Altonians prominent in the art and music scene were quoted in the Alton Evening Telegraph on November 12, 1924, encouraging adults and children alike to attend the performances. Here is a sampling: Mrs. Alice Irving: (writing home from New York) – “I have been to see Tony Sarg’s Marionettes and they are wonderful. If they ever come within reach you must not lose an opportunity to see them.” Mrs. George Ryrie (Sophia Hopkins Ryrie): – “Several thousand people flocked to see Tony Sarg’s Marionettes at Chautauqua, N.Y. this summer and both grown-ups and children enjoyed them thoroughly." Miss (Katherine V.) Dickinson: –
From St. Louis Business Journal: A North City alderwoman on Tuesday unveiled a plan to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in Rams settlement money in distressed city areas, including downtown, setting up a showdown between some lawmakers and the Board of Aldermen’s leader, who backs a plan to set up an endowment with the […]
From Construction Dive: A second Donald Trump presidency will likely spell the death of OSHA’s recently published heat safety rule, but it won’t necessarily mean no standard will come to pass, experts told Construction Dive. The agency published the proposed rule and began accepting public comments this summer. That time period will close on Dec. […]
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Washington University and the Cortex tech district secured a key endorsement Wednesday for their request to receive $4 million in tax increment financing to help fund a new lab development on Forest Park Avenue. The St. Louis Board of Aldermen will have the final say on whether to follow the St. […]
Temperatures have been slowly dropping over the last few weeks, which means the area could have the possibility of seeing snowflakes in the air sooner than later.
With the Thanksgiving Holiday fast approaching, health officials in Missouri and Illinois are reminding the public that now is the time to receive Flu and COVID shots. The holiday season is beginning, and although the overall illness level is currently low, public health officials expect viral activity to increase as the time for indoor gatherings…
ALTON/GODFREY - Pride, Incorporated has added a festive touch to the Alton and Godfrey communities. The beautification organization decorated the “Welcome to Alton” sign, the “Welcome to Godfrey” sign and the Benjamin Godfrey Mansion with seasonal decor like wreaths, lights and more. They worked with several local businesses and organizations to make this possible. “It was just a collaboration,” said Pat Stewart, president of Pride, Inc. “This started as a twinkle in someone’s eye that quickly developed into a community project that should please all Alton and Godfrey residents.” On Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, John Meehan will dress as Benjamin Godfrey to flip the switch and turn on the lights at the Benjamin Godfrey Mansion and the two welcome signs. Stewart noted that a lot of people are struggling, and she hopes the decorations bring joy to community members. “The holiday season can be very difficult for people at
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is beginning a six-day visit to Peru and Brazil for the final major international summits of his presidency. Biden heads to Peru on Thursday for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit just as world leaders are assessing what President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House means for their countries.…
From St. Louis Business Journal: The first St. Louis-area location of a Missouri-wide beer, wine and liquor retailer has set an opening date. The new Macadoodles wine and beverage store at 1555 Bryan Road in Dardenne Prairie will open Friday, Nov. 15, the site’s developer said. A project of franchisee and veteran restaurant operator Jim […]
Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, can emerge out of bankruptcy after having its reorganization plan approved Thursday.
From Construction Dive: Chris Gower wants his transition to CEO to be like The Who’s lyricism — “meet the new boss, same as the old boss.” Gower, who assumed the helm of Edmonton, Alberta-based builder PCL Construction on Nov. 1, wants the company to stay the course and keep an eye on its core strengths. […]
A St. Louis-based manufacturer of pet foods, treats and supplements is selling its North American cat food and pet treat businesses to a branded foods giant.
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